Definition

Describing something that has been made more detailed or complex, often by adding more information or features.

Example

The report was elaborated to include more statistics and examples.

Conversation

I just read the report you wrote, and it was really good!

Thanks! I tried to make sure I elaborated on the main points.

You definitely succeeded; everything was clear and detailed.

I'm glad to hear that! It makes all the effort worthwhile.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To explain something in more detail or to add more information to it.

Example

She elaborated on her ideas during the meeting to make them clearer.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear how she elaborated on her project ideas in class?

Yeah, I thought her explanations were really clear and interesting.

I agree, it made me want to learn more about the topic.

Root Explanation

**Elaborated** → It is formed from "e-" (a variant of "ex-", meaning out) and "laborare" (meaning to work). The word "elaborated" means to have worked out in detail or to have developed something thoroughly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'working out' ('laborare') something 'in detail' ('e-') — that's why elaborated means to have developed something thoroughly.

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